YWCA HANOVER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

The following information regarding insured benefits are subject to the terms, conditions, restrictions and other eligibility requirements set forth in the formal agreements provided to each eligible employee. Should the descriptions in this overview differ with any formal agreement, document or plan summary, the plan agreement shall be considered correct. Benefit options offered by the YWCA Hanover are designed to address the diverse personal, financial and family needs of the YWCA Hanover’s staff.
Employees are eligible for each of the following benefits on the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment.

GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE

• Employees working thirty (30) hours or more are eligible to participate in the group health (medical) plan.
• YWCA Hanover will pay 80% of the total premium and the employee is responsible to pay 20%.
• The employee is responsible for 100% of the cost for dependent coverage, if elected.

DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE

• Employees working thirty (30) hours or more are eligible to participate in the group health (dental/vision) plan.
• Available to employees, at cost.

LIFE, SHORT-TERM DISABILITY, LONGTERM DISABILITY INSURANCE

• Employees working thirty-five (35) hours or more are eligible for life and disability benefits:
• YWCA Hanover pays 100% of the total premium for this coverage.

RETIREMENT PLAN

• All employees of the YWCA Hanover may be eligible to participate in the YWCA Retirement Fund.
• An employee is fully vested following 2 years (24 months of consecutive employment) and having worked 2,000 hours.

PROGRAM DISCOUNTS

• YWCA Hanover offers enrollment in the YWCA childcare programs at a discounted rate. Discounted rate is evaluated each fiscal year and subject to change.

Assistant Chef

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YWCA Hanover is hiring a part-time Assistant Chef to serve our childcare center. This position will require a minimum of 15 hours a week, M-F. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are served to approximately 145 children daily. Duties include assisting Chef with ordering and shopping, preparation of breakfast, lunch, and snacks, doing laundry and dishes, ensuring meals and snacks are consistent with the child and adult food program regulations, and maintaining a healthy & safe kitchen environment.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 4 clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse, FBI, and NSOR)
• 2 recommendation letters
• Physical with TB test
• One (1) year experience with meal planning and food preparation, preferred

Childcare Floater

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The YWCA Hanover is seeking a floater to work in our licensed childcare center. The hours are Monday-Friday from 12:30 pm-6:00 pm working with kids ages 1-5. Additional hours are available as needed during the day.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 4 clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse, FBI, and NSOR)
• 2 recommendation letters
• Physical with TB test
• 2500 hours documented experience working with children

School-Age Staff (Split Shift):

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The YWCA Hanover is looking for school-age staff for our licensed school-age program. We serve school-age children on site from kindergarten to sixth grade within three local school districts.
Hours are year-round Monday-Friday from 6:00am-9:00am and 2:00pm-6:00pm. This position is working with kids in grades kindergarten thru sixth grade. Additional hours are available as needed when schools are closed or during the summer months. Additional hours also may be available as needed working with ages 1-5.

The candidate must be able to plan, implement and organize developmentally appropriate activities for children in kindergarten to sixth grade. Assist with school work as needed, observe and assess each student’s growth and development. Maintain a positive, healthy, and safe learning environment. Promote positive and professional relationships with children and families. Communicate with parents and families in a positive manner and follow DHS regulations and maintain STAR 4 standards. Willingness to learn van routes and drive the school-age van on occasion is a plus!

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 4 clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse, FBI and NSOR)
• 2 recommendation letters
• Physical with TB test
• 2500 hours documented experience working with children

Van Driver

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Van Driver:

The YWCA Hanover is currently looking for van drivers to drive our school-age kids. Vans are 10 passenger vans and owned by the Hanover YWCA. During the school year, van drivers transport kids in grades kindergarten thru sixth grade to and from school, within three local school districts. The hours during the school year would be approximately 7:00 am-8:45 am and again after school from approximately 2:00 pm-3:45 pm. Additional hours are available throughout the summer to help drive the summer camp kids to and from field trips.

Qualifications:

• At least 21 years old
• Valid PA Drivers License
• High School Diploma/GED
• 4 clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse, FBI, and NSOR)
• 2 recommendation letters
• Physical with TB test
• 2500 hours documented experience working with children

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POSITION SUMMARY

YWCA Safe Home is a program that serves victims of Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking and aims to empower program participants to achieve their self-defined goals. The Housing Counselor/Advocate works directly with clients who are in a state of housing instability because of their victimization. Duties include, but are not limited to, safety planning, an improved sense of self-worth, self-sufficiency, and permanent housing in a safe, stable environment. The Housing Counselor/Advocate is required to meet regularly (no less than monthly) with the program participants to monitor, advocate, and intervene on the formalized service plan. The Housing Counselor/Advocate works collaboratively with Safe Home staff and must be able to contribute and work well in a group setting. The Housing Counselor/Advocate is a mandated reporter of suspected child abuse as defined by PA Child Protective Services Law.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field and/or equivalent experience.  A combination of education and experience may be considered.
2. Must have knowledge of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other serious crimes and their impact on victims.
3. Must pass criminal background check(s).
4. Must have valid Driver’s License and have access to reliable transportation.
5. Must travel in inclement weather, as needed.
6. Must observes safety and security procedures.
7. May require evening and weekend hours/travel for client services.
8. May be required to report to work in either Safe Home’s Hanover or Gettysburg office.
9. Must be well organized and adaptable to changes in daily schedules and the work environment.
10. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
11. Must attend all program mandated professional development events, including meeting all continuing education requirements.
12. Must have demonstrated ability to counsel individuals in crisis.
13. Must be familiar with community resources and knowledgeable about options available to victims and survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.
14. Successful completion of the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV) training as well as training specific to Rapid Rehousing Program Model, upon hire.
15. Must have demonstrated ability to counsel and communicate in a tactful and appropriate manner with traumatized individuals.
16. Must have demonstrated ability to work in a professional, respectful, and diverse workplace environment.
17. Must maintain professional working relationships with people of differing backgrounds, ages, maturity, abilities, races, colors, creeds, genders, ancestry, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, and experiences.
18. Must be able to show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.  Treats people with respect; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
19. Must be an effective written and verbal communicator, and able to draft documents in a clear and concise manner free of grammatical or other mistakes.
20. Requires ability to maintain confidentiality, and to make appropriate decisions in crisis situations.
21. Must be able to keep necessary documentation, both written and computerized as required case notes, safety/goal plans, referrals, time entry, mileage, and expenses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Intervene at the client level to provide or coordinate the delivery of direct services to participants and their families.
2. Screen participants during the intake process to ensure they meet eligibility requirements and will benefit from services provided in the program.
3. Conduct a face-to-face assessment and understand the client as a whole person and understand the connection between physical, environmental, behavioral, social, and economic factors.
4. Support the development of an individual plan collaboratively with participant that includes appropriate goals, objectives, and timeframes.
5. Implement the service plan by working collaboratively with participant and other social service agencies as appropriate.
6. Provide intensive case management services to assist program participants in reaching goals outlined in service plan.
7. Conduct inspections of participants’ prospective housing to ensure it meets the minimum requirements outlined by HUD.
8. Advocate for resources to meet the need for services and ensure that services are delivered while maintaining sensitivity to participant’s concerns.
9. Help participants prepare to exit the program by planning with other service providers as appropriate and help provide follow-up services as needed.
10. Complete follow-up contact with previous program participants.
11. Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of Protection from Abuse (PFAs) orders and enforcement of such, including providing support, accompaniment, and advocacy through the court system.
12. Intervene at systems level to support existing services and to expand and improve access to needed services.
13. Maintain knowledge of resource availability and service costs.
14. Identify gaps in service or systems within or outside of the agency with the support of the Case Manager.
15. Professionally conduct services, ensuring strict confidentiality of participants.
16. Attend all events, meetings, committees/task force meetings, and community events as deemed appropriate by Supervisors, Assistant Director, Program Director, and/or Executive Director.
17. Responsibly and timely complete check/petty cash requests after verifying eligibility, manages check disbursements, and securely distributes program funds.
18. Seek feedback from colleagues and supervisor when it is in the best interest of the client.
19. Responsible for maintaining accurate and complete records of hotline calls, in person options counseling, legal proceedings, referrals, emergency housing, transportation, meetings, training sessions, and speaking engagements.
20. Complete and maintain required documentation, both in Efforts to Outcome (ETO) software and paper files.

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